BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LD56 BGZMOT history

LD56 BGZ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 118,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2024.

LD56 BGZ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2025
Mileage
118,305 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,908 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LD56 BGZ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 BGZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 BGZ was last recorded at 118,305 miles on 28 Feb 2024, 2,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,352 miles · 7 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2,953 miles
Average per year
5,908 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,305 miles
  • 2023 – 115,352 miles
  • 2022 – 111,510 miles
  • 2021 – 108,750 miles
  • 2020 – 106,474 miles
  • 2019 – 102,180 miles
  • 2018 – 96,590 miles
  • 2017 – 89,100 miles
  • 2016 – 82,038 miles
  • 2015 – 71,112 miles
  • 2014 – 64,459 miles
  • 2013 – 59,673 miles
  • 2011 – 46,479 miles
  • 2010 – 42,045 miles
  • 2009 – 33,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,305 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside wing mirror damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Engine covers & under trays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    118,305 miles
    Test number
    493065781782
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail118,305 miles (+2,953)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,305 miles
    Test number
    161481325186
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass115,352 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,352 miles
    Test number
    801411768082
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail115,352 miles (+3,842)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,352 miles
    Test number
    722999447065
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass111,510 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,510 miles
    Test number
    399008538137
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail111,510 miles (+2,760)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,510 miles
    Test number
    170767529789
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass108,750 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    108,750 miles
    Test number
    200112779588
    • AdvisoryBoth rear and offside front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror damaged

  8. Fail108,739 miles (+2,265)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,739 miles
    Test number
    150783290236
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres wearing on inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror damaged

  9. Pass106,474 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    106,474 miles
    Test number
    216209694760
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror damaged

  10. Fail106,461 miles (+4,281)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,461 miles
    Test number
    979439464197
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth tyre pressures low
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror damaged

  11. Pass102,180 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    102,180 miles
    Test number
    314980557459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Fail102,180 miles (+5,590)4 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,180 miles
    Test number
    300099599183
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass96,590 miles (+7,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    96,590 miles
    Test number
    440232342554
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass89,100 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,100 miles
    Test number
    639947744810
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted.

  15. Fail89,080 miles (+7,042)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,080 miles
    Test number
    139960201788
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted.

  16. Pass82,038 miles (+10,926)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,038 miles
    Test number
    567506669130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,112 miles (+6,653)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,112 miles
    Test number
    196388465457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,459 miles (+4,786)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,459 miles
    Test number
    689639914160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront discs lipped

  19. Pass59,673 miles (+13,194)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,673 miles
    Test number
    517508473107
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass46,479 miles (+4,434)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,479 miles
    Test number
    958395271157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,045 miles (+8,514)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    42,045 miles
    Test number
    202005310322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,531 miles (+790)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    33,531 miles
    Test number
    432353229476
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on outer edges

  23. Pass32,741 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,741 miles
    Test number
    961787949213
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LD56 BGZ

Does LD56 BGZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 BGZ expired on 8 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 BGZ?
The MOT on LD56 BGZ expired on 8 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 BGZ done?
LD56 BGZ was recorded at 118,305 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2024, an average of 5,908 miles a year.
Has LD56 BGZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 BGZ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LD56 BGZ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LD56 BGZ find?
LD56 BGZ passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2024 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

Related registrations

Browse all LD56B registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.